New year, Fun New Thing To Do!

Are you planning ahead for a Spring Break or quiet Spring getaway? Here are some of new attractions and things to do in the area aong with some of the most popular annual events that will be happening in Spring here in the Smoky Mountains.

These are some of the new fun things to do in the area that you may not have heard of!Friendly Falls, Events, Food and Stuff is a great roadside stop type of location on Wears Valley Road that has a great menu and a seating area overlooking a waterfall. This is an excellent stop for a refreshing cold drink, lunch or even a family reunion afternoon. 2135 Wears Valley Road 865-429-3129www.friendlyfalls.com

GSM Outfitters, LLC GSM Outfitters is outfitting the great outdoors with their new store on Wears Valley Road. They can outfit you for hiking, rafting, kayaking or fishing, whatever your family or group may be into! Visit them online at www.gsmoutfitters.com or at the store at 3175 Wears Valley Road.

The Smoky Mountain Alpine Coaster Don’t miss this fun! Tucked into the hills is a new alpine slide type coaster ride that has proved to be very popular. Enjoy one of Pigeon Forge’s most fun new attractions.www.smokymountainalpinecoaster.com 867 Wears Valley Road 865-365-5000

The Festival of Nations is one of Dollywood’s most popular events. It begins on March 22nd of 2014 and will continue through to April 21st. Shows featuring groups from Argentina and the Ukraine offer hilarious comedy along with folk dancing music and more. Don’t forget about the great food available at the park during this event. You can sample cuisine from all over the world while learning more about the cultures of the different countries. The Dollywood Festival of Nations is a great idea for your Spring getaway to Pigeon Forge.